It was 1955 when Colt unveiled its soon-to-be-classic Python. The .357 Mag. chambering caught the attention of enthusiasts everywhere, but it was the timeless look and the company’s famed top ...

In 2020, Colt answered the prayers of revolver fans everywhere with the re-release of the legendary Colt Python.

Colt Manufacturing Company LLC showed off the reintroduction of its .357 Magnum Python revolver at SHOT Show 2020.

One of seven mid-20th century Colt handguns named after snakes, the Python was introduced in 1955. The Python was a beefy, all steel and wood revolver chambered in .357 Magnum.

In 2020, Colt relaunched its renowned Python revolver with two barrel length options—4.25-inch and 6-inch. For 2022, Colt is bringing back the 3-inch-barrelled version.

One of seven mid-20th century Colt handguns named after snakes, the Python was introduced in 1955. The Python was a beefy, all steel and wood revolver chambered in .357 Magnum.

Initially designed to be a .38 Special target revolver, Colt decided instead to chamber it for the .357 magnum cartridge, and history was made. What is exceptional about the Python? A number of ...